Hole 18 at Firestone Country Club - South

Par 4 • 464 Yards • Akron, Ohio

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The legendary 18th hole at Firestone's South Course, designed by Bert Way and Robert Trent Jones Sr., has witnessed some of golf's most dramatic moments, including Tiger Woods' famous "shot in the dark" victory at the 2000 WGC event. This demanding finishing hole has tested champions across three PGA Championships and 19 years of World Golf Championships competition.

Tees:

464y435y425y

Green:35y × 33y

Fairway @250y:34y wide

6 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 464 yds
Green: 5223 sq ft
Bunkers: 6
Course Slope: 132
Course Rating: 76.1

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Bunkers everywhere — a versatile wedge is your scoring club on this hole.

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Position your tee shot carefully on this 464-yard par 4, as the fairway narrows from 36 yards at the 200-yard mark to just 34 yards at 250 yards. This 2-yard constriction demands precision over distance.

hazard warning

Beware of the bunker positioned at 257.4 yards from the tee - it sits right in the prime landing zone for longer hitters. Consider laying up with a 3-wood or hybrid to stay short of this hazard while still leaving a manageable approach.

approach

Your approach shot will play to a substantial green measuring 5,223 square feet (35 yards by 33 yards). This generous target allows for aggressive pin-hunting, but club selection is critical from the 200+ yard range most players will face.

hazard warning

A greenside bunker at 477.1 yards from the tee guards the putting surface. Factor this into your approach club selection, as coming up short or right could find sand rather than the large green.

tee shot

With the fairway bunker at 276.6 yards, big hitters need to either lay back to 250 yards or carry it completely. The narrow 34-yard fairway width at 250 yards makes the layup strategy more appealing for accuracy-focused players.

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This 464-yard par 4 is ideal for working on your driver accuracy. Launch monitors from $600 let you practice this exact shot with real course data from home.

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Scoring Tip

With bunkers guarding the green, pick the side with the most room and let the slope feed the ball toward the pin.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 464-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 18?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 4, heavily bunkered.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 18?

Key hazards include: 4 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 18?

The green is medium-sized with moderate targets. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.

What's a good score on hole 18?

This hole is one of the tougher holes where par feels like birdie. A challenging par 4. Accept that bogey happens and avoid big numbers.

Can I practice hole 18 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Firestone Country Club - South. You can play this exact 464-yard par 4 shot-by-shot at home. Entry-level options like the SkyTrak+ (around $2,500) and Garmin Approach R10 (around $600) support course play, while premium systems from Trackman and Foresight offer tour-level accuracy. Most systems pay for themselves in a season or two versus green fees and range balls. Shop home golf simulators →